Manual
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Optimization Priority List
Please use the ve points below as a quick reference to build a better audience around your channel’s content. As
always, the rst ingredient to audience building is great content!
1. Take advantage of YouTube as a search and discovery engine. Maximize metadata, namely titles and
thumbnails.
2. Keep your audience in your content funnel. Use annotations eciently.
3. Know the space. Understand how other channels acquire audience and explore cross-promotion
opportunities.
4. Organize your content. Maximize your channel’s appeal for potential subscribers and core fans.
5. Be Social. Leverage existing social platforms to publicize your content.
Priority Guiding Principles
Using YouTube Analytics is key for understanding how to most eectively and eciently
optimize your channel’s videos.